Parramatta Lanes

Wednesday 22 - Saturday 25 October

Get ready for one of Sydney’s biggest FREE street festivals with eats, beats and art.

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About Parramatta Lanes

Parramatta Lanes is one of Sydney’s most exciting street festivals held over four massive nights. It transforms the city's streets, laneways and car parks into a playground of food, music and art. Explore 20 vibrant festival sites packed with 80+ street food stalls and pop-up bars, eye-catching art installations and international and local music. In 2025 we are raising the bar by completely taking over the multi-storey Eat Street Car Park in the heart of the action.

From hidden party spots to rooftop hangs, this one-of-a-kind festival is packed with an amazing program and entry is free.

  • Wednesday 22 October 5pm – 10pm
  • Thursday 23 October 5pm – 10pm
  • Friday 24 October 5pm – 10.30pm
  • Saturday 25 October 5pm – 10.30pm

The full program and a festival map will be announced soon.

Patron advice: After 7pm entertainment may include strong language and adult themes.

EATS
EATS

Discover 80+ street food stalls and pop-up bars serving up tastes from all corners of the globe.

BEATS
BEATS

Experience 10 music stages featuring over 100 artists with a fresh line up every night!

ART
ART

Enjoy the art installations and illuminated streets transforming the City.

Plan Your Visit
Plan Your Visit

Heads up! Parramatta Lanes is taking over the city, so expect road and car park closures and transport updates. Don’t stress, we have everything you need to know.

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Terraza Aperol

Escape to a Mediterranean oasis right in the heart of Parramatta. Nestled in the forecourt of Town Hall, Terrazza Aperol invites you to unwind, soak up the sunshine, and sip on the iconic Aperol Spritz in a setting that feels worlds away. Whether you're catching up with friends or just chasing that golden hour glow, this is your perfect spritz moment.

Official Spritz Partner of Parramatta Lanes.

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Powerhouse Lane

Powerhouse Lane is a celebration of the culinary and musical landscape of Western Sydney, presented across four incredible nights on Horwood Place in Parramatta. Featuring music curated by Koori Radio, KERFEW, MC Trey and artwork by celebrated Western Sydney artist Emma Pham. 

Powerhouse Lane is an initiative of Lanes Collective, proudly funded by the NSW Government in association with City of Parramatta Council and Powerhouse.

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Optus Disco Buggies and Silent Disco

Wheeeee! Our popular Disco Buggies are back...now with added sparkle thanks to Optus. Hop on at the Ground Level of the East Street Carpark and then hop off on Level 2 to party it up in the Optus Silent Disco.

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Business Opportunities

Last year, Parramatta Lanes attracted over 200,000 visitors and injected $1.1 million into the local economy. Our city's biggest festival is your business opportunity! 

We're inviting all local business owners to submit their expression of interest to be part of the action. Whether it's a stall, an activation or a special offer, now's your time to shine at this year's Parramatta Lanes.

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Parramatta Lanes Local Business Forum

We are inviting local businesses to register for an online Business Forum on Monday 25 August to learn about road closures, parking changes, and transport updates, along with opportunities to take part in the festival.

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Thanks to our partners

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Powerhouse Lane is an initiative of Lanes Collective and proudly funded by the NSW Government in association with Parramatta Council and Powerhouse.

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APEROL Logo

Official Spritz Partner of Parramatta Lanes.

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ParkRoyal Logo

Official hotel partner of Parramatta Lanes.

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Meridan Logo

Official Safety Partner